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1120 VAUGHANS LANE

GLADWYNE, Pennsylvania, 19035

$575,000
Active

4 Beds

2.5 Baths

2056 SQFT

Historic 1876 Farmhouse Gem on a Private Street in Prime Gladwyne. Quote from the Seller "The privacy in a wonderful community that offered so much...an excellent library, walking distance to the Gladwyne playground where we grew up with tennis lessons and we could play on the courts anytime, walking distance to Gladwyne Elementary school. Taking walks thru the horse trails behind the property with neighborhood friends..." Have it all in one beautiful, rare home: charm, location, privacy, low taxes, and an invitation to create the ultimate modern dream. Come see this 150-year-old farmhouse colonial treasure set on a private street with a wooded front view to experience the enchantment of what awaits you. Positioned far back on large lot, you'll feel nestled away on lovely grounds, with the convenience of being just a few blocks from the very heart of Gladwyne. This character-filled county residence greets you with a stone walkway and lovely front porch, and invites your personal touch on the interior graced by high ceilings, oversized windows, wood floors, and a gracious layout. The living room with an arched entryway, tall ceilings and original hardwood floors opens to a dining room with French doors to a screened-in porch. A rear entrance provides convenient access from the driveway with a vestibule leading into the kitchen. Upstairs is occupied by 4 four bedrooms, including the master with a full bath, and an additional hall bath. The finished basement provides recreational/office space along with a storage area and utility room. In addition to the 2,000+ square foot main house, there~s a detached barn/2-car garage topped by a second floor apartment, both being sold as-is. The backyard is great for gardening, relaxing, playing and summer parties, with potential for whatever you want your outdoor oasis to be. A special, solidly-built home with distinctive architecture, 1120 Vaughan Lane, given some attention, would be a wonderful place to raise a family and entertain. If you crave something far from cookie-cutter, where you can add your own style and have all the amenities you desire, this one wins the prize. Envision bringing your family home to this suburban jewel in a wonderful community that offers so much. The location doesn't get better, with horse trails to stroll behind the property, within walking distance to Gladwyne Elementary in the award-winning Lower Merion School District, the village of Gladwyne, shops, restaurants, and community playground with tennis courts. You'll also enjoy the short commute to Center City, Philadelphia. RE-Possible zoning change with Lower Merion re-zoning, and Zoning Hearing Board notice of meeting for kinder care next door at Synagogue, also there is an easement in front of the house, please speak with Agent. Property is being sold "As Is".